Repeat mistakes by Cowboys' Bryant drawing scrutiny

Updated 10:26 pm, Tuesday, October 30, 2012

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Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant (left) and QB Tony Romo talk at the line of scrimmage during Sunday’s game against the Giants. Bryant had five catches but made two costly mistakes in the Cowboys’ 29-24 loss.

Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant (left) and QB Tony Romo talk at the line of scrimmage during Sunday’s game against the Giants. Bryant had five catches but made two costly mistakes in the Cowboys’ 29-24 loss.

Dallas Cowboys', New York Giants' during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys', New York Giants' during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

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New York Giants' wide receiver Victor Cruz can't reach a throw by Eli Manning as Dallas Cowboys' Gerald Sensabaugh, (43), and Orlando Scandrick try to defend during the first half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. less

New York Giants' wide receiver Victor Cruz can't reach a throw by Eli Manning as Dallas Cowboys' Gerald Sensabaugh, (43), and Orlando Scandrick try to defend during the first half at Cowboys Stadium in ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo lies at the bottom of the pile after he was sacked by New York Giants' Osi Umenyiora, (72), and Mathias Kiwanuka, (94), during the first half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. less

Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo lies at the bottom of the pile after he was sacked by New York Giants' Osi Umenyiora, (72), and Mathias Kiwanuka, (94), during the first half at Cowboys Stadium in ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' Head Coach Jason Garrett aires out his concerns on what he through was pass interference with Head Linesman Tom Stabile in the second half against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24. less

Dallas Cowboys' Head Coach Jason Garrett aires out his concerns on what he through was pass interference with Head Linesman Tom Stabile in the second half against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium in ... more

Dallas Cowboys' Danny McCray, intercepts the ball intended for New York Giants' Victor Cruz, (80), during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys' Danny McCray, intercepts the ball intended for New York Giants' Victor Cruz, (80), during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

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Dallas Cowboys' Danny McCray, intercepts the ball intended for New York Giants' Victor Cruz, (80), during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys' Danny McCray, intercepts the ball intended for New York Giants' Victor Cruz, (80), during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

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Dallas Cowboys' Danny McCray, intercepts the ball intended for New York Giants' Victor Cruz during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys' Danny McCray, intercepts the ball intended for New York Giants' Victor Cruz during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

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After taking a hit from Dallas Cowboys' safety Gerald Sensabaugh, center left, New York Giants' wide receiver Victor Cruz, (80), can't hold on to a pass during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The ball was intercepted by Danny McCray, (40), on the right. The Giants won, 29-24. less

After taking a hit from Dallas Cowboys' safety Gerald Sensabaugh, center left, New York Giants' wide receiver Victor Cruz, (80), can't hold on to a pass during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo attempts to recover a fumble by Felix Jones in the hands of New York Giants' safety Stevie Brown during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24. less

Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo attempts to recover a fumble by Felix Jones in the hands of New York Giants' safety Stevie Brown during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' running back Felix Jones fumbles the ball in the second half agaisnt the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys' running back Felix Jones fumbles the ball in the second half agaisnt the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys' Jason Witten tries to get pass New York Giants' Stevie Brown, (27), and Keith Rivers, (55), during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24. less

Dallas Cowboys' Jason Witten tries to get pass New York Giants' Stevie Brown, (27), and Keith Rivers, (55), during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' wide receiver Miles Austin catches a pass from Tony Romo as New York Giants' Chase Blackburn pursues during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24. less

Dallas Cowboys' wide receiver Miles Austin catches a pass from Tony Romo as New York Giants' Chase Blackburn pursues during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The ... more

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New York Giants' running back Ahmad Bradshaw fumbles the ball as he is hit by Dallas Cowboys' Kenyon Coleman during the first half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012.

New York Giants' running back Ahmad Bradshaw fumbles the ball as he is hit by Dallas Cowboys' Kenyon Coleman during the first half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012.

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Dallas Cowboys' running back Lance Dunbar is wrapped up by New York Giants' Justin Tryon during a kickoff return in the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24. less

Dallas Cowboys' running back Lance Dunbar is wrapped up by New York Giants' Justin Tryon during a kickoff return in the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' Tony Romo, center right, celebrates with teammate Dez Bryant after scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants in the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24. less

Dallas Cowboys' Tony Romo, center right, celebrates with teammate Dez Bryant after scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants in the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, ... more

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Dallas Cowboys' Tony Romo celebrates afte scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

Dallas Cowboys' Tony Romo celebrates afte scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants during the second half at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012. The Giants won, 29-24.

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New York Giants' linebacker Michael Boley takes a breather after they defeat the Dallas Cowboys, 29-24 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012.

New York Giants' linebacker Michael Boley takes a breather after they defeat the Dallas Cowboys, 29-24 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Corey Webster #23 of the New York Giants makes a pass interception intended for Miles Austin #19 of the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Corey Webster #23 of the New York Giants makes a pass interception intended for Miles Austin #19 of the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys looks for an open receiver under pressure from Chris Canty #99 of the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys looks for an open receiver under pressure from Chris Canty #99 of the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Lawrence Tynes #9 of the New York Giants kicks a field goal against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Lawrence Tynes #9 of the New York Giants kicks a field goal against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys looks for an open receiver against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys looks for an open receiver against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys looks for an open receiver against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys looks for an open receiver against the New York Giants at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown by Henry Hynoski #45 against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown by Henry Hynoski #45 against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: (R-L) Lawrence Tynes #9 and Steve Weatherford #5 of the New York Giants celebrate a field goal in front of Gerald Sensabaugh #43 of the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. less

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: (R-L) Lawrence Tynes #9 and Steve Weatherford #5 of the New York Giants celebrate a field goal in front of Gerald Sensabaugh #43 of the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October ... more

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown by Henry Hynoski #45 against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown by Henry Hynoski #45 against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants throws the ball against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants throws the ball against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown by Henry Hynoski #45 against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 28: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown by Henry Hynoski #45 against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas.

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New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman)

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman)

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman)

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman)

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New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

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New York Giants running back Andre Brown (35) scores a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

New York Giants running back Andre Brown (35) scores a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) watches action against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman)

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) watches action against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman)

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After intercepting a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) runs in for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

After intercepting a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) runs in for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, ... more

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New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) intercepts a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo intended for wide receiver Miles Austin (19) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) intercepts a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo intended for wide receiver Miles Austin (19) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. ... more

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) chases a high snap against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) chases a high snap against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

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New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) intercepts a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo to wide receiver Miles Austin (19) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) intercepts a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo to wide receiver Miles Austin (19) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 ... more

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Dallas Cowboys inside linebacker Bruce Carter (54) tackles New York Giants tight end Martellus Bennett (85) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) less

Dallas Cowboys inside linebacker Bruce Carter (54) tackles New York Giants tight end Martellus Bennett (85) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP ... more

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New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) gets past Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) gets past Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP ... more

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) picks up, then fumbles a punt against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) picks up, then fumbles a punt against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon ... more

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New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) celebrates with Stevie Brown (27) after intercepting a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and returning it for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) celebrates with Stevie Brown (27) after intercepting a pass from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and returning it for a touchdown during the first half ... more

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New York Giants running back Andre Brown (35) scores a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

New York Giants running back Andre Brown (35) scores a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

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New York Giants cornerback Michael Coe (37) celebrates his fumble recovery against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) less

New York Giants cornerback Michael Coe (37) celebrates his fumble recovery against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony ... more

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New York Giants middle linebacker Chase Blackburn tackles Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin (19) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon Ellman) less

New York Giants middle linebacker Chase Blackburn tackles Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin (19) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Sharon ... more

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New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys inside linebacker Bruce Carter (54) and nose tackle Jay Ratliff (90) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) less

New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys inside linebacker Bruce Carter (54) and nose tackle Jay Ratliff (90) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, ... more